Handwritten Digit Recognition Using Probabilistic Neural Networks

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Handwritten character recognition falls within the domain of optical character recognition, employing probabilistic neural networks as classifiers to categorize handwritten digits represented as binary images. The resulting classifier achieves 100% accuracy on training samples, with implementation involving feature extraction and pattern layer optimization.

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In this article, we explore optical character recognition for handwritten characters and introduce an approach utilizing probabilistic neural networks as classifiers. This method enables classification of handwritten digits represented as binary images, typically implemented through preprocessing steps like image binarization and noise reduction. The classifier demonstrates 100% accuracy on training samples, indicating robust pattern recognition capabilities through its Bayesian decision strategy and parallel processing architecture. This accuracy facilitates reliable handwritten character identification, making it applicable across various domains such as document digitization and automated form processing systems.